11AM - 6:30PM
1564 Solano Avenue, Albany
Jewelry Stores
“I’ve passed by the Stone Room for years and only went in for the first time very recently looking to find a gift for someone. The shop is compact, but well-stocked and features a stunning and impressive array of crystals and stones from all over the world, including fossils. Tenzin was very warm, personable, and highly knowledgeable, and helped me pick out a citrine bead bracelet for my gift - and I ended up purchasing a two bracelets for myself (a rainbow fluorite and a pink amethyst & pink opal combo) and a prehnite stone at her recommendation. Overall a great shopping experience and will definitely be coming back again.”
10:30AM - 6PM
1178 Solano Ave, Albany
Jewelry Stores
“I visited my kids during their Spring Break. My daughter got a little job at Hal's Office Coffee shop. She wanted to show me her new place of employment. I hadn't been to Albany in over 10 years! I immediately vibed with the little town. After my daughter picked up some coffee, I knew I wanted to walk around. I was instantly drawn to Umami. What stunning artifacts. As a minimalist, I wanted to buy everything! I graciously and gladly resorted to and settled on a set of earrings and necklace. I absolutely love them. Umami is a beautiful shop. And the Shop Attendant was just as beautiful, sweet, helpful, personable, and welcoming. When I visit my kids next, during the summer, I will be back!”
“There is something for everybody and every budget in this amazing shop. It is full to the brim with beautiful and interesting items, yet retains a calm, peaceful aspect. I LOVE this place!”
“A lovely and well curated little shop in Albany. Just steps from Solano Ave but easy to miss on a side street, this place is a delight. They have ceramics, incense, jewelry, perfumes, body wash, cards, small gifts. I think I saw granola, olive oil and a few cookbooks. They also have a good selection of gently used clothes, shoes, and bags. Kind people behind the counter. Just a wonderful place all round. I hope this store stays for a long time to come!”
“Bought our wedding bands here and had the loveliest experience with Krista, the owner, and her fellow staff. After going to many other shops this one seemed to have it all - the widest selection and the best service. She even ordered different iterations of bands for my partner to try, returning the ones he didn’t choose. Engraving on the house with our purchase at any time in the future. Free re-sizing. Highest recommendation! A Berkeley gem.”
10AM - 6:30PM
1286 Solano Avenue, Albany
Jewelry Stores
“This is a delightful store, rich with all things Oaxacan. The owner is from Oaxaca and has a family background that is fascinating. His uncle is the famous artist Rufino Tamayo, and he has various posters, reflecting museum events featuring Tamayo. But the shop itself is simply filled with wonderful pieces of art and crafts. I recommend it highly.”
“I absolutely love going to the Albany coin exchange. Wan is so helpful and wonderful. I am a new Coin collector and she has helped me and taught me a lot about what to look for. I have bought many coins from here and they are beautiful and always in great condition. I’ve also sold some things here and get great prices for them. I highly recommend coming here!”
“I had a great experience here, went in to get a watch battery changed, ended up purchasing a beautiful bracelet made there by the owner. This is a real deal jeweler who knows his stuff, old world beauty and quality. My highest recommendation!”
“I found Underhill Studio a couple of years ago and I haven’t gone to anyone else since! Jackie is such a pleasure to work with and has helped me with ring sizings, bracelet shortening, and setting tightening. Her work is outstanding and she is incredibly knowledgeable about her craft. She works efficiently and charges fairly and I visit her about two to three times a year for various projects. I highly recommend Jackie at Underhill Studio!”